Wana is a new app designed to help people with chronic illnesses connect with one another.
Wana was created by Evan Golub and Nicole Krinick, who developed the idea based on their own experiences with chronic illnesses. As Krinick explains, she wanted to "build a powerful, accessible and digital platform to help others who were dealing with invisible and chronic conditions." The result was Wana, which is a social app designed to help people with chronic illnesses connect to others dealing with similar health struggles. Users can share their symptoms and diagnoses so they can offer support to one another and even share resources. The app also contains a WanaLibrary, which provides users with more information on different health conditions and treatment options.
Though Wana is not meant to replace the advice of physicians, the app offers a dedicated place for people with chronic illnesses to share stories and information.
Chronic Illness Community Apps
Wana is a Social App Made by and for People with Chronic Illness
Trend Themes
1. Chronic Illness Support Networks - Creating digital platforms that connect individuals with chronic illnesses can provide a supportive community for sharing experiences and resources.
2. Personalized Health Information - Developing apps that offer relevant information on different health conditions and treatment options can empower individuals with chronic illnesses to make informed decisions about their health.
3. Digital Social Support Communities - Building social apps exclusively for people with chronic illnesses can offer a safe space for users to connect, share their stories, and find support from others going through similar health struggles.
Industry Implications
1. Healthcare Technology - Healthcare technology companies can explore opportunities to develop similar apps that connect individuals with chronic illnesses and provide them with personalized health information.
2. Online Communities - Online community platforms can adapt their offerings to cater to specific needs of individuals with chronic illnesses, creating digital spaces where they can connect and support one another.
3. Digital Health Education - Digital health education providers can develop platforms that offer comprehensive information on different health conditions and treatment options to individuals with chronic illnesses.